UK Prime Minister Opens Door to Reversing Key Brexit Aspects
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated a willingness to discuss the potential return of free movement between the UK and the European Union, suggesting a new relationship with Brussels could also involve full EU membership or single market accession.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated he would welcome an "honest discussion" about potentially reinstating free movement between the United Kingdom and the European Union. In an interview with the Sunday Times political editor Ben Riley-Smith, Burnham also suggested that a new relationship with Brussels could encompass full EU membership or rejoining the single market.
Burnham's comments signal a potential shift in the UK's post-Brexit stance, opening the door to reconsidering key aspects of the withdrawal agreement. He discussed these prospects with Riley-Smith, along with Newscast presenters Laura Kuenssberg, Paddy O’Connell, and Joe Pike. The Newscast podcast, which features daily analysis of political news from the BBC, is available on BBC Sounds. New episodes are released daily.
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